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Lawsuit against major social media companies moves forward
The suit alleges that Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other social media companies harm young users.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Parents are suing Roblox for exposing children to inappropriate content. What you need to know.
The group accuses Roblox of "falsely advertising" its platform to kids.
How TikTok's 'Filter for Good' is raising money for Palestine
Users attempt to turn the app into a space for humanitarian fundraising 🍉 .
4 tips for a successful digital 'detox'
These strategies will help you get the most out of unplugging.
By Rebecca Ruiz
5 things from the new U.S. climate report you should care about
The Fifth National Climate Assessment outlines a steep climb — but plenty of handholds on the way.
A free algorithm can turn your garden into art for pollinators
Alexandra Daisy Ginsberg's 'Pollinator Pathmaker' artwork aims to address the pollinator crisis while offering a solution.
Mark Zuckerberg vetoed attempts to address teen mental health on Meta platforms, new lawsuit alleges
New documents show the Meta CEO rebuffed mental wellbeing proposals for years.
How a flying hospital is helping fight preventable blindness
Peek inside the 'classrom in the sky' training eyecare professionals across the world.
Barbie bestows Wilma Mankiller, first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, with her own doll
Mankiller joins other history makers honored in the Inspiring Women doll series.
4 Google Pixel safety features you should know about
From crash detection to crisis alerts, your phone can help keep you safe.
The next Apple Watch will reportedly add 3 new health sensors for diabetes, blood pressure, and sleep apnea
Apple continues exploring the potential of health monitoring tools.
YouTube limits harmful repetitive content for teens
Teens shouldn't get repetitive recommendations for certain types of content.
By Rebecca Ruiz
ParentGPT will answer your parenting questions now
The AI chatbot will talk to you about things like breastfeeding, discipline, and divorce.
By Rebecca Ruiz
PBS KIDS embraces AI to launch new era of children's educational TV
AI-assisted characters, like those coming to PBS' 'Lyla in the Loop,' are a new kind of virtual teacher.
Google can help you fact-check photos. Here's where to start.
From a simple reverse image search to fact-checking APIs.
How the Sydney Opera House changed the world of architecture
The iconic performance venue was the first major building project to use computer analytics.
'Love, Your Mind' PSA invites men of color to care for their mental health
The campaign includes a website to help people explore and support their mental health.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Canva launches free AI 'Classroom Magic' tools for educators
Canva for Education users will have access to student-safe AI and thousands of other classroom resources.
A 'predator' can easily target teen streamers on Twitch, say researchers
The researchers could find streamers believed to be minors on Twitch within 12 seconds.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Snapchat and Inspirit team up to build augmented reality STEM lessons
Snap's AR lenses get a science expansion.
'Everything Now' depicts eating disorder recovery like you've never seen it
The Netflix teen comedy-drama is both raw and responsible.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Nation's first guaranteed income program for Indigenous parents launches in Washington
The Nest provides $1,250 a month per household to support maternal and family well-being.
Exclusive: Biden's American Climate Corps sees more than 42,000 sign-ups since launch
A recruitment portal for the modernized New Deal program will open this winter.
Israel-Hamas disinformation: What it is, how to fight it
Fake news, old photos, gameplay videos — online lies are skyrocketing in the wake of war. Stopping them depends on you.
By Chris Taylor
Google's flood forecasting tool is now out in the U.S. and Canada
Flood Hub is free and and can help people adapting to the changing climate.